Air defence. Uncompromising and combat-proven.

The combat-proven air defence system IRIS-T SLM consists of a radar unit, a Common Tactical Operations Center (CTOC) and several missile launchers. The medium-range system protects buildings, (civilian) infrastructure, and high-value targets from airborne threats.

All elements of the air defence system are mounted on 20-foot ISO frames which allows both tactical mobility and strategic agility in constantly changing operational scenarios -  vehicle‑independent and tailored to the needs of any armed force.

The NATO-interoperable IRIS-T SLM system is characterized by its capability of long-term-protection and can also be used in addition to already existing air defence systems. The fully mobile support vehicles provide a stand-alone operation of up to 90 days.

system features
                360° protection due to high maneuverability
High effectiveness, multiple-target engagement
Minimum manpower requirements thanks to high level of automation
Flexible system architecture
Network capability (NATO Interoperable)
High tactical and strategical mobility
Self-sufficient and uninterrupted operation up to 90 days
Customizable logistic concept
20-foot ISO interface for standardized transport

            

The Fire Unit

Launcher (up to 8)

Mounted on a 20-foot ISO frame, the Launcher can be deployed up to 20 km from the Common Tactical Operations Center (CTOC), is network-capable and remotely controllable. In a full 360° protection it can engage multiple threats simultaneously with eight missiles.

CTOC (Common Tactical Operation Center)

The Common Tactical Operations Center (CTOC) supplies air-space surveillance, threat analysis, and fire control. Multiple workstations enable mission planning within a protected environment. Thanks to its multi-data-link capability, the fire unit can operate in a networked configuration, allowing simultaneous coordination of several SLS, SLM, SLX launchers and external systems. CTOC evolution delivers a fully integrated air defence platform - augmented with extra workstations, fully NATO interoperable, but also adaptable to national requirements to ensure seamless integration into existing air defence structures.

Radar (e.g. Hensoldt TRML-4D)

The multifunctional TRML-4D 3D AESA C-Band Radar, equipped with an integrated IFF system, delivers 360° all-around coverage with a range of up to 250 km. Its elevation angle reaches a full 90°. Additional advantages include Track-While-Scan (TWS) capability and the ability to track rockets, artillery, and mortar rounds (RAM). It is also mounted on a 20-foot ISO frame, enabling mobile airspace surveillance with rapid redeployment.

Reloader & Support (MSC, MWC)

The fire unit is complemented by Reload and Support Vehicles that enable rapid re-arming and guarantee swift operational readiness; particularly in areas that are difficult to access or where defensive positions must remain covert. Equipped with a mobile maintenance team, a workshop container and spare-parts depot, these vehicles provide all necessary tools and specialized equipment for field repair. Operating autonomously for 90 days, they ensure uninterrupted service and quick response to any downtime, allowing the system to remain self-sufficient and highly adaptable.

The Interceptor IRIS-T SLM

Evolutionary development - consistent quality

The heart of our outstanding air defence system is the IRIS-T SLM guided missile - a development of the IRIS‑T air‑to‑air variant, specifically designed for ground-based air defence. Selective adaptions in aerodynamics and propulsion result in an extraordinary intercept range of 40 km and an altitude coverage of 20 km.

The thrust-vector control enables maximum lateral acceleration immediately after launch, thus allowing a unique maneuverability for the engagement of targets at very short range.

The imaging IR seeker enables a high-precision terminal approach with extraordinary direct hit probability which has been proven in real combat engagements.

interceptor Features
                360° protection du to high maneuverability
Image-generating, jamming-resistant IR seeker
40 km effective intercept range and 20 km altitude coverage
Smallest inner dead zone due to thrust-vector control
Highest hit capability
Nearly smokeless acceleration
Target data transmission / mission abort via in-flight uplink

            

IRIS-T SLM Naval

Diehl Defence has successfully participated in the „Maritime Firing Exercise 2025“ (MFE) – the German Navy‘s largest missile firing exercise in three decades – with a navalized system demonstrator of the proven IRIS-T SLM ground-based air defence system. The exercise, known as „Andøya“, allows the crews to train complex weapon systems and procedures under almost real-life conditions.

A so-called AAW module (Anti Air Warfare Module) was developed in record time in close cooperation with the customer and integrated on the C-Deck of the frigate „Baden-Württemberg“ (type F125). The demonstrator was implemented in less than ten months, from idea to firing.

European Sky Shield Initiative (ESSI)

Launched in 2022 by the German Government in response to Russia’s war against Ukraine, the European Sky Shield Initiative (ESSI) aims to strengthen the collective air and missile defence of European NATO states. 23 countries have joined forces to procure, use and deploy a multi-layered defence system to ensure the comprehensive protection of the European airspace. IRIS-T SLM is part of the ESSI program, has multiple contracts awarded and successfully delivered significant amounts of IRIS-T SLM systems to support the European Air Defence.